Waynesboro's 4th annual Back to School Bash is coming up

WAYNESBORO – Waynesboro Public Schools is hosting its 4th annual Back to School Bash events on July 21 and July 28 at Kate Collins Middle School, 1625 Ivy St. from 1-6 p.m. This event will allow families to take advantage of a wonderful opportunity to prepare for the upcoming school year, according to a press release from the school system.

The 2023 event was a huge success, with 1,330 participants (students, parents, and family members), an increase of 178 from 2022. The event was made successful by over 200 WPS staff, volunteers and community partners.

Highlights from the 2023 event include:

• 414 children received haircuts, braids, and styles from 17 hairdressers and stylists.
• 60 sports physicals were provided in partnership with Augusta Health and Rockingham Memorial.
• School registration assistance was provided for hundreds of students.
• 271 students received all of their school supplies, thanks to a partnership with United Way of Staunton, Augusta County, and Waynesboro’s Stuff the Bus event.
• Approximately 30 community organizations participated in the two weekend events.

The vision of the event is to remove barriers for students and families that make the start of a new school year stressful, the release said.

At the event, WPS will again have opportunities for students to receive haircuts from local stylists, and healthcare providers will be available to provide school physicals and immunizations. Families will also be able to access forms to request assistance for school supplies, clothing or other medical needs.

In addition, healthy fruits and vegetables will be available, along with numerous community resources, and fun and games for students of all ages.

"The way our community rallied to support our students last year was truly amazing. I am proud to be a part of the great work going on in Waynesboro Public Schools. I am looking forward to doing it all again this year," said Ryan Barber, assistant superintendent.

In order to provide the best experience for families WPS asks that student families pre-register by visiting the registration link or scanning the QR code above.